Kelli Jo White, 43, of Chesapeake Beach passed away Monday, November 23, 2020 at Anne Arundel Medical Center. She was born on October 29, 1977 to John and Margaret “Maggie” (Cooksey) Mandish. Kelli was raised in Prince George’s County, and graduated from Riverdale Baptist High School, where she played softball. She earned a college scholarship from her athletic achievements, and went on to attend Anne Arundel Community College, graduating with an Associate’s degree. She married Leon A. White in 2008 and resided for a time in Florida before she returned to Maryland. Kelli worked various jobs throughout the years, including postal and parcel delivery, and cleaning services. She loved taking nature walks, bicycle rides, and trips to the beach with her family. Kelli is survived by her husband, Leon A. White of Chesapeake Beach, children Cain Noel White of Chesapeake Beach, Averum Quin White, and Keona Audrey White of Churchton, brothers John Mandish of Davidsonville, and Eric Womack of Lakeland, FL, and stepmother Bly Mandish of Lakeland, FL. Kelli was preceded in death by her parents, John and Maggie Mandish, and brother James “Jimmy” Mandish.
An outdoor memorial service will be held Tuesday, December 8, 1:00 P.M. at Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., Owings, MD. Masks and social distancing will still be required.
